Woodbridge

Many of Northern Virginia’s attractions are close to Woodbridge, so it is a great place to base yourself while you are in town. Among the places not to miss are the marvelous Potomac Mills and the incredible Gunston Hall. And if your schedule allows, be sure to visit the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency and Pope-Leighey House.

Stop by some of the nearby museums and galleries, which help make the area such a rewarding holiday destination. Walk through the exhibits and savor the quiet of the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle.

If the weather is good get into the great outdoors and make the most of the nearby green spaces. To see the local wilderness set out to explore the Prince William Forest Park in Triangle.

See if you can hit a hole in one at the Hilltop Golf Club in Alexandria, amongst the most popular greens in the area.

If you're crazy about sports, be sure to catch local favorites, the George Mason Patriots, take to the field at Spuhler Field, Fairfax. On game days follow the sea of green and yellow, to the stadium, then after the final siren sounds, join fellow sports lovers at a nearby pub, bar or cafe and relive the action over a friendly drink or two.

Finding somewhere suitable to base yourself in the Woodbridge area is easy. The Best Western Springfield Mall, the Best Western Potomac Mills and the Hilton Springfield are among the most popular accommodation options here.